Now even Smart Saver and grabaseat fares earn Status Points, helping you reach a higher tier status faster. Once you've reached Silver, Gold or Gold Elite status, you'll enjoy a range of exclusive benefits and privileges whenever you travel with Air New Zealand or our Star Alliance partners.
How We Work Out Your Status Points
You only earn Status Points by flying, but you can earn them on every Air New Zealand Flight*, as well as many flights with our Star Alliance partners.
On Air New Zealand flights that don't earn Airpoints Dollars (e.g. Smart Saver and grabaseat), you will earn Status Points at the Discount Economy rate. On Air New Zealand flights where you earn Airpoints Dollars, you will earn an equal number of Status Points. See the accrual table for details.
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Tier |
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Amount of Status Points** Required to Upgrade |
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Amount of Status Points** Required to Retain Tier Status |
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Silver |
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450 |
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405 |
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Gold |
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900 |
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810 |
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Gold Elite |
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1,500 (at least 900 on Air New Zealand Operated Flights) |
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1,350 (at least 810 on Air New Zealand Operated Flights) |
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